This post gives some vocabularies about the topic of "All About Pets: Love, Care, and Funny Stories!"

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🔷 Beginner (Basic Words & Phrases)

1. Pet – An animal kept for companionship.

2. Dog – A common furry pet that barks.

3. Cat – A furry pet that meows and purrs.

4. Fish – A pet that lives in water.

5. Bird – A pet that can fly and sing.

6. Rabbit – A small, fluffy pet with long ears.

7. Feed – To give food to a pet.

8. Walk (a dog) – Taking a dog outside for exercise.

9. Play – Engaging in fun activities with a pet.

10. Collar – A band around a pet’s neck for ID or leash.

11. Leash – A strap used to control a dog outdoors.

12. Pet owner – A person who has a pet.

13. Loyal – Faithful and devoted (often used for dogs).

14. Friendly – Kind and sociable.

15. Adopt – To take in a pet from a shelter.

🔶 Intermediate (More Detailed Terms)

1. Veterinarian (Vet) – A doctor for animals.

2. Grooming – Cleaning and brushing a pet’s fur.

3. Training – Teaching pets commands (e.g., "sit," "stay").

4. Breed – A specific type of animal (e.g., Labrador, Siamese).

5. Adoption – Taking a pet from a shelter instead of buying.

6. Kennel – A place where dogs are kept.

7. Litter box – A box for cats to use as a toilet.

8. Exotic pet – An unusual pet (e.g., snake, parrot).

9. Allergy – A negative reaction to pet fur/dander.

10. Stray – A pet without a home.

11. Rescue – Saving an animal from danger or abandonment.

12. Neutered/Spayed – Surgically preventing pets from having babies.

13. Microchip – A tiny ID device placed under a pet’s skin.

14. Obey – To follow commands.

15. Misbehave – To act badly (e.g., chewing shoes).

🔴 Advanced (Specialized & Idiomatic Vocabulary)

1. Animal welfare – The well-being of animals.

2. Ethical breeding – Responsible pet reproduction practices.

3. Separation anxiety – Stress pets feel when left alone.

4. No-kill shelter – A shelter that doesn’t euthanize animals.

5. Therapy animal – A pet trained to comfort people.

6. Pooper-scooper – A tool for cleaning up pet waste.

7. Feral – Wild, not domesticated (e.g., feral cats).

8. Canine/Feline – Scientific terms for dog/cat.

9. Puppy mill – A bad breeding facility that prioritizes profit.

10. Pet custody – Legal rights over a pet after a breakup.

11. Zoomies – Sudden bursts of energy in pets (fun slang!).

12. Tail docking – Cutting a dog’s tail for cosmetic reasons (controversial).

13. Raw diet – Feeding pets uncooked meat/veggies.

14. Pet insurance – Health insurance for pets.

15. "The dog days of summer" – Idiom for very hot days.